Playoff game thread #2 -- vs. Phoenix
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 21, 2008 11:07 PM CDT
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I'm a simple man. Easy to please. How about we just kick their ass from the get-go this time. It's too early in the playoffs for my heart to handle another game like the first.
So, seriously, I'm supposed to believe that the only thing that has kept Stampler from live blogging (besides it being inconvenient to drive to his mom's) was not having a 25' cable. Really? Come on Stampizzle. I wouldn't mock a man for not having wireless, but not being able to get yourself a 25' cable, that's just pathetic.
Great recap Stampler, btw. You pretty much covered everything about everything. Thanks.
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My Prediction
Spurs 100
WhinyFatDude(and sidekicks) 83
I feel that Manu is due for a hot shooting game.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 21, 2008 11:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You stole my jesus fish…
Manu will go off this game, most definately. Especially when Coach D’oh caves and tries to bring a double over to Timmy. We get them in foul trouble again, and this one is a blow out.
SPURS- 94
hoser and posers- 85
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 12:06 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Get our foot on their gnarly necks this game
The Spurs must, must, MUST jump on phx fromt the get go this time around. We don’t need a letdown after an emotional victory a la dallas in ‘06.
Tony and Manu: ATTACK-a-snaq. Get this guy on his heels, and pronto. Make s.t.a.t try to play defense—we all know how that’ll end! And, Manu, we will be accepting donations of the 3-ball variety this game…....let ‘em fly, my man!
TIMMY: Just DO WHAT YOU DO! Abuse shaq in the low-post. Get amare in foul trouble. And pause for effect at the 3-point line every now and then, just to make Mikey nervous!
Bruce and Ime: I know you guys excel at defense, but unlike in previous years the Spurs can’t afford to wait until Rd. 2 to crank up the D to “championship” level. Bruce, let Nash know you’re there every time he thinks about driving. Ime, make ‘em think twice about trying that outside jumper.
Finley and Barry: Would it be too much to ask for a modicum of resistance to the offensive machine that is these desert dwellers? Fin, can’t dog you too much when that pull-up is working, but you’ve got to fall back on D if that thing goes cold. Same for you Barry—I know you’ve got range but we can’t affortd to get into a shooting contest with these guys. Play some D, and your 3 will become exponentially more effective. And make your freaking free throws, for crying out loud!
Oberto and Thomas: Keep bruising ‘em down low on D…...and a small contribution to the the Spurs’ Higher Point Totals Program would be greatly appreciated!
Vaughn: (Continue to) Watch and learn
Horry: You’ve got the best seat in the house! lol
GO SPURS GO!!! Beat The HELL Outta phx!! (again!)
by spursfan4ever on Apr 22, 2008 12:32 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SA 100
PH 92
I really don’t know what to expect. I hope that Manu’s 100% health-wise and can make some of those 3s. I hope Tony does his thing and I hope that Duncan continues to dominate.
Other than that… Go Spurs!
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 7:19 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Drive for the "Five in Ten" continues...
Spurs 97
Suns 89
by 4Him on Apr 22, 2008 7:52 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Spurs 95
Suns 94
Big game for Manu.
"Phil can kiss my asterisk"
by BigFresh on Apr 22, 2008 9:08 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Watching G2 on the web
Latin D, got any info about whether we’ll be able to view this game on channelsurfing.net or one of the others?
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:03 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Go here...
I always find the games on here. One of these is bound to have the game on. If not, look at the chat boxes and people will post links.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whoops
http://www.justin.tv/directory?category=sports
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ll try to post a quick pregame post at about 5 pm, and add some links. Justintv could work.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Staying in the house to watch the game in case it ends up like the last game where I was alternately jumping around the house yelling and throwing things at my TV and yelling. Just don’t see myself being able to do that at the bar.
Really hoping for the Spurs boost in confidence from the last game combined with slight demoralization of the Suns and the return of Manu to his rightful place of greatness for a convincing win. But as the say you can wish in one hand and shit in the other and see which one fills up quicker.
Spurs 106
Suns 100
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:53 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Spurs 112
Suns 108
Game goes to OT, Timmy stuffs-a-snaq 4 times and The Sickness drops 35.
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:26 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m hoping the Spurs blow these dudes out tonight, but I know that’s probably wishful thinking and the only margin that matters at this point is 2-0. So I’ll go with:
Spurs 97
Suns 93
"To be a great champion you must believe you are the best. If you're not, pretend you are." - Muhammad Ali
by DennardC on Apr 22, 2008 12:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Windex40- I actually did watch the last game at a bar and if I was not such good friends with the wait staff would have absolutely have been kicked out. Plus I was sitting next to a Suns fan, which started out awful and ended just fine.
I don’t make ever make point predictions, so I won’t screw with the mojo and start now. But I will say that I agree the Sickness is gonna have a big game.
by Kid_Dynamite on Apr 22, 2008 12:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
My trip to Champaign is over, so, in the words of the Juggernaut (BITCH!), “I am back, let the rape party begin! Yeeeeeah!” Let’s do this thang.
Xavier: Where are you taking me?
Sinister: To the one true enemy of the great Charles Xavier. Stairs.
Northstar: Suh..Sinister...?
Sinister: Careful, son...That's *Mister* Sinister to you!
by Mister Sinister on Apr 22, 2008 1:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i want to issue a caveat
i’m sure that this has crossed all our minds, but since no one has directly addressed this i wanted to. I could be so wrong but i think the Suns are going to come out focused, driven, and prepared. I know that on some level game 1 was demoralizing to them but they are going to do everything they can to not show it. I’m expecting our guys to be a lot more focused in this game than the first half of last game and for the Spurs’ defensive intensity, effort, and execution to be much better. But I just have a feeling that no matter how tight our defense will be the Suns’ will be that much better offensively. I just think they are going to come out firing on all cylinders and that they are going to be monstrous on the offensive end, trying to push the tempo and they may just succeed for a while at that. I think we are in for another game 1 in the sense of not because Timmy was the only one that showed up for a while but that the Suns will shoot lights out. If the Spurs can weather that type of intensity by the Suns then i think that our defense will eventually wear them down like it does to everyone and another clutch performance by the Sickness then we will be 2-0.
Anyways all that crap to say it will be close
Spurs 96
Suns 91
has anyone else noticed that Henry Abbot from TrueHoop really wants the Suns to win and really seems to not like the Spurs in general?
by staves27 on Apr 22, 2008 1:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Henry was rooting for the Suns last year. He admitted it in his post on game 4.
And he thinks we wanted to trade Duncan for Oden.
Still, truehoop is fun.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 1:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i think you are right on top of it on the suns. you could sense a little bit of “exasperation” from them as little stevie nash mentioned post-game, but you can bet that they will be coming out with guns blazing. i will be surprised if it is anything less.
Spurs will need their best effort to stem the tide and get them bogged down late in the game. My prediction is that this game’s outcome will be laregly known by mid-4th at the latest. Here’s hoping our guys come out with the same fire – and we have all seen them do it, so that gives us confidence.
did anyone notice Timmy getting in guys’ grills in the time out right before the end of the game – it appears that he was telling everyone to get one last stop. If he’s that fiored up about this series already, it bodes well for the Spurs chances.
by bones on Apr 22, 2008 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
spurs 102
suns 86
dave mcnulla
spurs fan
by dmcnulla on Apr 22, 2008 1:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Staves, anybody that is associated with ESPN is rooting for the Suns.
"To be a great champion you must believe you are the best. If you're not, pretend you are." - Muhammad Ali
by DennardC on Apr 22, 2008 1:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well Thorpe picked the Spurs and i think that Stein and Wilbon have swung the Spurs’ way. But in general you are right, i just thought Abbott was more egregious than others.
by staves27 on Apr 22, 2008 1:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
There is definitely a subtle pro-suns attitude on truehoop, I have noticed that as well, well maybe not that subtle
by mehy92 on Apr 22, 2008 1:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i see what ya’ll are referencing, but i think abbott has relatively upfront and honest about where he’s coming from. he’d like to see the suns advance, but he’s written very positively about the spurs.
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 2:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah, especially Timmy. I don’t mind Abbott at all because he’s fair. He likes the Suns more, but he respects the Spurs and what they’ve done. Also, he recognized that the Suns didn’t deserve to win game 4 last year.
http://myespn.go.com/blogs/truehoop/0-24-65/Phoenix-Got-the-Calls.html
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 2:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Abbott’s a good writer, no doubt. I’m just saying the World Wide Follower wants the Spurs to lose to get higher ratings.
"To be a great champion you must believe you are the best. If you're not, pretend you are." - Muhammad Ali
by DennardC on Apr 22, 2008 3:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone else agree?
We all know that Phoenix is going to come out hyped up and determined to avenge game 1. Personally, I would love for us to come out and deliberately slow the game down to a halt. I’m talking about walking the ball up the court, cycling the ball around, setting up our offense and waiting to find a good shot in the last 5 seconds of the shot clock. Then relying on our Defense to make the stops and hold these guys to under 90 pts. We need to keep them on the defensive as long as possible. This will keep their numbers down and allow more time for Snaq and Amare to get into foul trouble. Plus, they will find it extremely hard to get into a rhythm with the turtle paced tempo. I’m not sure how many of you guys have played ball, but it is incredibly frustrating when you play a team who constantly holds the ball. You get impatient, irritated and you make stupid mistakes. Let’s be boring!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 3:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If the Spurs win tonight, Phoenix is done. If the Suns win, the Spurs still have the advantage (even without homecourt). Nash and D’Antoni know that and they are going to ensure that the Suns give a hell of a fight tonight.
I expect Shaq’s continued whining about game 1’s officiating (with no counters from the cowardly national media) will indeed have an effect. I expect the refs are going to let him get away with murder tonight (more murder than in game 1). He will travel and charge his way to some easy buckets, and I he will get away with more “blocks” like the one he perpetrated on Manu’s head.
Honestly though, Shaq is just not that good at this stage in his career. It is not bad for the Spurs to have him on the floor. He looked good in the regular season against the Spurs, but I am starting to think that Pop played D’Antoni and Shaq for fools. Did Pop just let Shaq have his best nights of the season so that he would be overconfident come playoff time? Does Pop want Shaq on the floor when Phoenix needs a key bucket? Absolutely.
by VWolf on Apr 22, 2008 3:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think that will be the gameplan Money. The Spurs have their most success on offense when they move the ball anyway. Really they just have to play ball, play Spurs ball and play with intelligence and energy. Their pick & roll D has to tighten up. The rotations were awful the other day, so hopefully that will be shored up. This is a must win for the Black & Silver, but I say that for every game.
"To be a great champion you must believe you are the best. If you're not, pretend you are." - Muhammad Ali
by DennardC on Apr 22, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
please let us get a win
VWolf, I think you’re probably right, the whiners always tend to have calls go their way at least early on in the game. I want our guys to ignore it and play thru it. I think we can take this game if we don’t lose our focus. And in the playoffs, the Spurs are better than most at not losing their focus. So, I’m hoping…
Spurs 98
WAB’s 91
I am happy. I am proud. - Manu Ginobili
by bellasa on Apr 22, 2008 5:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Changing their lineup
Looks like Phx is starting Barbosa instead of Hill… I wonder if Hill will play at all with that groin injury.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 5:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I won’t be able to watch this one live, either. My life is fucking busyerable right now.
SA 107
PHX 98
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 6:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That sucks
At least school ends in a couple of weeks. Hopefully, we’ll still be going in the playoffs.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 22, 2008 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd recommend TIVO...
but with a game like this, I know I personally wouldn’t be able to resist just checking the box score at the soonest available second.
chaos... panic... pandemonium... my work here is done.
by rick.2g on Apr 22, 2008 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
8:30 PM SA – 10:30 PM ARG
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(Sort of) Interesting facts:
► Previous games: They have met 4 times this season.
→ Dic/17/07 - PHX 100 | SA 95 - SA.<br /> → Jan/31/08 - <b>SA 84</b> | PHX 81 - Phoenix.
→ Mar/9/08 - PHX 94 | SA 87 - Phoenix. => With Shaq<br /> → Apr/9/07 - <b>PHX 96</b> | SA 79 - SA. => With Shaq► The Spurs shot 38% FG in the first half last Saturday. In the second half, however, they shot 58% from the field, including 5 triples, and won the rebounds battle 25-18.
► The Spurs’s Big Three (Duncan+Parker+Ginóbili) made 90 of the 117 points, which would be 77% of the points. Not only that, but they also dished out 15 out of the 15 assists the Spurs had in the entire game.
► Manu comes from 5 consecutive games without making a 3 pointer, adding a sorry 0/16. The last 3 pointer he made was on April 1st against the GS Warriors.
► Parker, who hit his head badly in the first quarter of the game, said he was feeling “just fine” on Monday afternoon.
► Grant Hill, who’s recovering from a groin injury, said he would be 100% healthy by today. He has been removed from the starting lineup, though.
► The Suns have the best 3pt percentage in the league with 39.3% and the 3rd best percentage from the FT line with 78.3%. Los Suns also lead in assists with 26.68 per game.
► For my fellow Manu homers, here are his numbers against the Suns:
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(Likely) Starting lineup:
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Quotes alter the 1-0:
► Duncan:
→ “I don’t believe there’s going to be a whole lot of 3-point shooting [from me]. I’m happy that that one went down but I’m not going to rest anything on that.”
→ “We won in double overtime on our home court, so we’re not too confident.”
→ “After 51 minutes I need about four days off but it’s great that we’re not just playing on one day’s rest.”
► Pop:
→ “We were fortunate in the first game. That’s gone and now it’s Game 2.”
► Mike D’Antoni:
→ “Every game is an adventure in itself.”
______________
Interviews with the players:
Spurs:
Manu
Parker
Finley
Bowen
Barry
Thomas
Suns:
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Transmissions:
No NBA League Pass broadcast for this one. TNT will have it, but the channel WMOE1 will probably show the game. To watch this channel you need:
→ Internet Explorer
→ SopcastTo tune into it: enter the STOOGETV site, go with your mouse to the WMOE button on the left-hand menu, and then click on WMOE1.
XS SPORTS will also broadcast the game, it seems. Check below for the links:
...And if there’s no other choice:
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 6:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Now you're just showing off
lol nice job man.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn Bro
You’ve out done yourself.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 22, 2008 7:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Where my troops at?
10 minutes before tip. Let’s do this!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I still want to repay your brilliance somehow...
LD, I’ve already given you three kidneys (two from me, one from a drifter), my firstborn, and naming rights to my next two hip-hop/bluegrass albums; I have nothing else to give.
You’re DEFINATELY out done yourself now. Apparently like our own Timmy D, you bring your A++ game for the postseason. Thanks bro, good prep work.
BRING IT ON!!! Game 2, ladies and germs…... here we go. See you guys after the game for my customary cynicisms. GO SPURS GO…..GO SPURS GO… GO SPURS GOOOOO!!!!
(I’m so freakin’ hyped for this game right now that if I drank a Mountain Dew, my heart would explode.)
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 8:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thanks, guys. It kind of ruined some stuff I did with the new codes, but I’ll fix them for the next game. Was kind of in a hurry.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i’m so happy tnt is giving us these last few minutes of the no/dal game.
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Isn’t it nice to enjoy the Mavs on the short end of a blowout? Guess it’s fine as long as we’re not missing any Suns/Spurs.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love watching the Mavs lose. I’m still bitter bout that game 7. HERE WE GO!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sure is nice to hear the announcer say, ”... against the defending NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs!”
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
there we go tim
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
amare first foul!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nice flop snaq
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
uh oh 7-2 not again fellas we can’t do this 2 games in a row
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sigh…..
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Paging Manu Ginobili. Could a Manu Ginobili come to the phone please?
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 8:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think we need a more vigorous warmup it always takes us two quarters to get loose… maybe a mandatory triathalon before every game
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 8:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
are they talking about an injury to Grant Hill—no way. he’s the Cal Ripken of the NBA!
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
golf clap
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it’s true—nash just doesn’t seem to miss
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nash
i told my roommate earlier today that nash was the only sun i truly worry about when it comes down to it. he’s amazing come clutch time, particularly his shot.
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
who’s that half-faced with Pierce in the commercial?
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
mike bibby
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
looked like bibby - then I thought it was playoff guys only - then I remembered he’s not w/the kings anymore
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
haha
mike bibby. i made fun of him when i saw it.
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We need to attack the basket…thank you tim
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow—amare’s dunk was nasty
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow the human layup drill at it again
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
man, TP just goes BY guys
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sick, you see how fast parker is!?
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Kurt needs to hit that pull up J. And why are we allowing the low entry pass to Shaq?!
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that’s a new defense against Amare—fall down and make him rush his shot
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Heeey, ya Pounders!
Who’s the Tall PG bringin’ the rock up court? Feedin to the small dude under the hoop? hehe
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
golf clap
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Visitin' a Game Day thread
The Blazers aren’t playin’ tonight
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok kurt needs to stop shooting for a bit
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ugh… we hit these short jumpers were up by 4 at least
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 8:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fast break and Bruce takes a jumper from 20 feet out. Fuckin’ a.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 8:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nice. single digit score past the 6 min mark of the 1st quarter again!
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
you can’t say we’re not consistent
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Less Duncan and more other people, I would say…
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
NICE TIM
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
duncanduncanduncanduncanduncanduncan
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
why am I not nervous about this score? Am confident, stupid, or is it the whiskey?
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m not nervous either. they wont shoot over 60% all game
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
scotch here
gospursgo. hook 'em. metal rules. ganja rules.
by metalandganja on Apr 22, 2008 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
scotch works too… this whiskey is cheap tho and it does the trick
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I feel you. I’m not yelling like I was the other day but this is not looking good.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stupid…I’m expecting a letdown game and so far we’ve shown it.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Maybe we could get Ginobili involved? Just a suggestion since he was our best player this year.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Just got here. Wow, they’re killing us. Whatta a great way to start the game.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
watch, i bet you we try a gino 3 out of the time out
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
see gino 3….the hard way! lol
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
perfect opening of the game from a great front-running team like the Suns—let’s see how they finish!
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Old Man in the Middle
may get a lil’ tired’
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
don’t underestimate the Big Delay’s eventual drag on this offense
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LatinD, don’t you have a Manu jersey to wear or something
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
peanut butter manu time peanut butter manu time!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wore my timmy jersey to work today. last time I did that was when timmy got his MRI and he was fine.
I believe.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Udoka….I don’t trust him to hit a big shot anytime.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’ve said it all along, Udoka is a nice regular season scrub but he actually sucks.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Duncan! wow running the point better than CP3
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Whatever you do…
Don’t call it a come back.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he’s been here for years
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice face steal !
Who did that?
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Here we go!!! They can’t stop Tony…
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who IS that tall point guard
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Alright, alright. Here we go. I liked that step up against the PnR. Who was that? Gino?
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
manu! sick control
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oberto is a complete liability out there. Get him off the floor.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
They can't miss right now
Ginobili for 3!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
man, Oberto seems helpless against Boris
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Overall, terrible defensive quarter. 35 points??? I mean i know the Suns were on fire but that is still pathetic.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I feel about like I did when we were down by only 8 at half last game only drunk
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
As Bill Shoenig would say
”... and THAT’S a Manu tres!”
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’ve got my Manu jersey on tonight. It’s the first time I’ve worn it since the championship. I’m hoping for the Manu magic.
More wine…kickin’ it classy tonight.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I feel good, Tony, Tim and Manu all look good.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
is the TNT HD broadcast messing up for anyone else or is it just me?
by Led Blimp on Apr 22, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
working fine for me
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow, timmy/tony/manu scored all our points…
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
can’t believe I’m so happy to have the lead back down to single digits
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Finley, you’re no Manu
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
O'Boy fouled with his face?
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good to see Oberto brought his Jaque Vaughn game today.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
3! manu!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I ahve faith in the The Manu
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You know you’re drunk when you stumble while typing. Love it.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have so much man love for Manu, its scary
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Timmay Stopped The Big Cactus
for a TO and Two !!
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Amen Brotha
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well the suns couldn’t have asked for a better start and we weathered the storm. We need to take control of this game now.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes CMoney, lets put the clamps down and put doubts in their mind.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, for next year: we need a better bench.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Want another of our Playahs
Von Wafer may be availible
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
we’re adding Ian (the stoudamire of the D league) and hopefully Splitter, the best PF in europe, next year.
We just need a good, young guard.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Udoka has lost all confidence… he looks lost
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
didn’t bones and finley look awful in their first post season with us?
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
64%-47% FGs and only down by 8 not awful
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damnit back up to 10….we need some FUCKING people besides the big 3 to score!
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m with you. Finley, Oberto, Thomas, somebody sink a basket!!
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
when Manu sits, it’s bad news for the good guys
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Where is our 3 pt scoring? Finley…no, Bones…no, Ime…no, Bowen…no SOMEBODY STEP UP!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
BONES!!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
BONES FOR 3!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Deja vu deja vu I feel even better now
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thank you Barry! Finally a bench players scores!
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
there’s your 3
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Horry? dear god no
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I luvs me Barrys
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 9:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Why are we not taking it to the hoop? We need to get one of their big guys to sit.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TONY!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Parker is scoring at will. HORRY BLOCKED SHAQ! TIM WITH THE PUT BACK!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
antoine’s moving tonight
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nice one horry
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Horry with the block and Tony taking it to the rack. I have Pop on speed dial.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
big block horry? has he found a new niche?
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like it. Let’s sign him for another year.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ladies and gentlemen: There’s been a Robert Horry sighting. I repeat. There has been a Robert Horry sighting. Please keep your windows and doors locked.
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
haha
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We can do this! YES WE CAN!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What if stampler is on to something. Lets have Horry bother Shaq cuz it’s obvious that Oberto cant.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bert can’t guard a shopping cart tonight
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
these guys are shooting 64%! We are right there. they can’t shoot lights out all game.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m enjoying the good rebounding by the fellas tonight
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
shit
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
why, oh why, can’t nash ever miss?
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
touch of angina? please?
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Honestly, lets bring in Kurt and have him use his knees on shaq legs.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
me no likee the Big Clumsy
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow they have over 60 pts in the first half…
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow…
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nash and Amare are shooting lights out although poor D on Amare since its all dunks and layups.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
for sure a walk nice call
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
63% shoothing to our 50% ....down 7!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
AND OUR BENCH HAS ONLY SCORED 3 PTS
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can live with this
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m getting tired of that Ginobili 3 at the end of quarters. He’s done it everytime and always missed. take it to the basket!
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
and our defense hasn’t even shown up yet
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
not a bad half. they can’t keep shooting like this all game
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 9:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow The Big 3 = 51.54 of our points that can’t continue either
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
err... 51 out of 54
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn. What a tough series…
I don’t mind that 3. He’s made it a number of times. We simply have to defend better. And it would be cool if someone besides the Big Three could contribute a little. Finley? Hello? You there? Thomas? Bowen?
...Anyone?
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Here is the box score for everyone…
http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=280422024
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Haha wow, Parker, Ginobili, and Duncan scored 51 of the 54 points. Rest of team is shooting 1/8.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Not even close to being worried yet. They’re not going to keep shooting this well, we’re heating up, and they’ll start getting in foul trouble soon. We played a B- to their A+, and we’re only down 7 at half. 49% to their 61%, and I’m feeling good. If we would simply make a more diligent effort to get them in foul trouble and start driving the lane instead of settling for 15 foot jumpers (I’m looking your way, KT and Bert), this will be a good second half.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This one’s better, despite the frequent glitches.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Someone has got to get going offensively and we have to play better D on the blocks – namely the PnR with Amare and pre-entry pass with Shaq.
The looks those guys are getting are absurd. It's why they're shooting 67% and if we don't slow them down near the rim then, yes, then the shooting percentage will continue.Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No idea. Happened to me too. Did you use a dash?
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep. Weird. So we can’t use dashes?
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Start'i a line w/dash or space does
this
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nope just the darn dash( - )
- george
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i’m really worried that when we get out of this series, our big 3 will be too damn exhausted. No one else is contributing!!!
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 9:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thank god we’re used to playing till early June.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It would be glorious to see more 3 balls and better D in the 2nd half too.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 9:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m thinking we need to do a better job on Amare.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 9:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, just stick Oberto on him.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought Oberto’s D on Raja Bell was pathetic, myself. He can’t guard Amare.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait….. I thought you weren’t catching this game, fearless leader?! What happened? You couldn’t resist, could you. I’m proud of you.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I finished my crap at nine, plus the game started a little late. It wasn’t really a matter of not resisting… sorry to disappoint.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
On the contrary, I’m convinced that you are the missing link, the mojo that completes my pregame meal, special shirt, banner hung from the dresser, and Timmy jersey on the couch. Any doubts or fears of the second half are now completely gone with your arrival. However, if we go down by 25, well I’m not even going to finish that sentence…
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Charles and Kenny are right. Look at all of the layups we’ve gotten. They can’t stop our penetration. We’re setting them up for the 2nd half… drive and dish to the open 3…
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m sure Bones and fin will comply. It’s not like they’ve been missing. They just haven’t been shooting!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Duncan needs to face Shaq up 12-15’ from the basket. Posting him up is just playing to his strength.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 9:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
But it goes well for us! When Timmy posts up deeper, he does silly things!
Also, aren’t you working?
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I mean when he posts up from farther out. I’m drunk.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
How do you push a guy out to 12-15’ from the block when he weighs 678lbs and you know the officials are desperate for contact?
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i smell a huge mavs shake-up in the offseason
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
U and my friend who doesn’t like basketball. Heh, fuck the mavs.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just watch: Pop’s gonna put Bowen on Amare.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 9:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Either that or run zone. Or trap the pick and roll. Or all three.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whatever we do, lets not show our hand too early. I’m thinking right about the 8 min mark of the 4th. That way we leave them with little time to adjust.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed. Better team D, hopefully more Thomas, and some drive and kick to start us off.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’d be interesting. Dunno about effective, but it can’t be worse than Oberto.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My patience with Bruce is at it’s end. Teams like phx are too good at exploiting the fact that he represents NO offensive threat whatsoever, even directly under the basket and uncovered. Bowen rotates on amare though, and I’m suddenly scared of the hoser.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Half our team represents no offensive threat.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You all are so negative. Bert is due for a 30 point explosion any night now.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It might convince the Suns to try and force it in to Amare on the post… which isn’t their offense really. It’s a gamble, but could the results be any worse?
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Touche. We’ll see. It would at the least inspire a whole new round of hatred for Bruce within phx, which I welcome.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, heading into the second half, i have no fear. They shot 61% and we had 3 points not from the big 3. We’re going to win or this will be our worst performance ever.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don’t know how you came to that conclusion with only approx. 72 games this season vying for that label.
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 22, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whatever our strategy is, we need to make sure that Horry is not a part of it.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Here we go! Let roll these bitches!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey why aren’t we showing and then getting back on the PnR? If we have to go over the pick everytime with Nash, we should at least show.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
FINDOG! 4PTS
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
uh… Findog?!?
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
haha i was like “that is the worst 3 i’ve ever seen!”
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
24 second shot clock this is the turning point yet again
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
cookies!!!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Parker is playing his little baguettes off tonight.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony to the line, hit these and we’re down 1
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m starting to think our gameplan for each game goes like this:
Pop: Hey guys, fuck around for a half so they can’t adjust to our gameplan. Okay, here’s what we’re going to do…
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fin!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Findog!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
was that a little “dig” steal from parker off STAT—tres bien!
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Okay. This is looking like Spurs basketball.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tie Game Baby !
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ugh…
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Time Out Time for the S*ns
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that wolda blown the roof off
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that’s GOT to be demoralizing for the Suns
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
seeing that we’ve tied it again after such a huge lead
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Amare shoots 70-71 in the first half and they go to Shaq to start the second half?
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
got to, otherwise he’ll quit busting his butt—see when you have players with bad attitudes, you have to be careful about stuff like that
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nice phoenix suns drought… the D has arrived
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
C'mon at the Cactus !
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on Duncan…not shooting FT’s well so far
in the playoffs.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
drive and dish!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
How's ahead ???
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Who ?
hehe
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
FIndog!!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OoooooooH GooooooooD Ooooone
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn… and we wanted to throw Findog out.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Finley, again I apologize for bad mouthing you during the season… you see, I was at a rough patch in my life and very confused. A thousand apologies….
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Heh. Was just thinking the same thing, CMoney. We were wrong, Pop was right. It’s time to admit it.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn
I missed it. What’s going on? I was walking the dogs.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 22, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Findog put us ahead by two. 9-0 run to start the quarter.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
WALKING THE DOGS?! WHAT!?
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait, he’s right. You were doing what?
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
walking Findog?
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
let’s jsut agree we all love finley. We should have known this after the keeping the ball thing last year, but whatevs. We love fin.
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love it when we fuck up their play outta a timeout
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And for the record, I love the new auto-update feature. Totally worth the change.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Here we go!!! Push this to 6
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
How many pt the s*ns gots this quarter?
Three?
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nash…that little bitch. how does he do that?!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ime SHOOT THE ROCK! He is so lost…
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You know how Ginobili goes f’‘ing crazy whenever someone rakes him across the face or something? I wish Parker had that kind of reaction. We’d be unstopabble!!!
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Udoka, don’t bother pump faking…no one believes you will shoot it or at least make it.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Man, Udoka is so gun shy at the moment it’s ridiculous.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You got to leave Duncan in when Diaw’s guarding him.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well, whoever it was who kept saying, “they can’t keep shooting like that” was right—Amare’s COLD in the 2nd half
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
dont jinx it he may just lay a few bricks :o
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
But he made a shot! Celebration time!
by Krukow on Apr 22, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hate it that both your comments and the scoreboard are ahead of the WMOE1 feed. I spoil myself all the time.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Afr-i-CAN… sorry couldn’t heplp myself
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
layups don’t count… he needs to bury a three. and he just missed again
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ime is on an island...
Watch him in the corner. He could be working a hot dog stand for crying out loud
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ime, Ma Man !!
2 for 2, Just Do It!
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yah, Baby !
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No Vaughn. Pop is working Antoni like a rented goalie.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
finish strong! no mercy! Cobra Kai Do or Die!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NOW LETS BLOW THIS GAME WIDE OPEN!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
PHX has 2 points… and the Spurs have changed NOTHING on defense. Other than intensity.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
True dat. I’m glad we didn’t have to see Bowen on Amare.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i’me so glad udoka decided to show up.
by htownspur on Apr 22, 2008 10:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I honestly don’t know WTF is happening in this quarter.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We have a bench this game? Looks like we do.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
please let the suns only score 2 in the qtr… pretty please…
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ok we’ve been given a gift with them going broke in the 3rd. We have to capitalize on this! I want to see this lead to 14pts.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes, I’m glad other players besides the big 3 showed up.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Easy Razor Ramon
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on now….don’t lose the lead especially with Nash out!
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nice position for Horry to be in… on the bench
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
YEAH BABY, MAKE SNAQ A LIABILITY!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
EAT IT!!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn’t do this with Nash on the bench.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice Follow Timmay
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
My boy…
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
BB right between the eyes !
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
MAAAAAAAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNNNNUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Haha Ginobili is good at exaggerating the contact off the PnR. Its a foul anyways though.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 10:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Haha that was a good shift in body position to make it look like raja really grabbed him.
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 10:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
very impressive
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice quarter. Nice D. That’s the Spurs basketball I like.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think hack-a-snaq hurt us more than it helped in this quarter. They were really cold – did we need to give them freebies, even if it was to Shaq?
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 10:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
was that Heiniken commercian a national one—man, that was dorky
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, what of it.
I was walking the dogs. I tried to sneak it in at halftime.
If that’s what it takes to win, then I’ll suck it up and do it for the team. It seemed to have woken up the FinnnnnnnnDogggggggggg!
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 22, 2008 10:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pop’s interviews are classic. He’s the Bill Belichick of the NBA. Maybe I’m dunk now.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bowen was this close to having the rear naked choke.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manu is moving in on his 35…
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m going to be the prophet( read lackey) for the Church of Manu any followers?
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
no more shooting for Ime
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Chris Farley interviews the Sickness
“Hey, Manu. Remember that time? ... in the game? ... when you hit that three? .......”
“yeah”
”...that was awesome!”
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
agreed
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
good call by bruce passing up the midrange jumper
by htownspur on Apr 22, 2008 10:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
keystone cops possession—and we get the ball
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
15 pts boys!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
uhh…were we fuckin with the Suns for the first game and a half or did we just find oursevles?
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
suns just lost their mojo
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by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it’s like Ali with the old “rope a dope”
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Snaq….he makes them when they count…HA!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If your life absolutely depended on it – would you bet Shaq would make or miss a free throw in crunchtime?
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 10:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
NEVER!
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
was that Oboy with the LEFT hand?
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TEARDROP
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 10:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
17 pt lead!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Stoudemire 0/6 in the second half.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony! hitting his jumper finally
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pop takes a celebratory
sip o’ Gatorade
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
who scores more this game, Tony… or Manu?
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 10:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’m not getting confident yet. Still a lot of time left.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Love it suns! take this ass whoopin all in
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Oh Oh
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Exactly, there is still plenty of time. This is far from over.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 10:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
good time out. kill any momentum that 3 could’ve made
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 10:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Exactly
Three pt. Mo’ can be a killah.
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 10:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
we need to disgrace the suns end the series in game 2! bust they ass fellas!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 10:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’d like to see us use more shotclock and not force awkward shots (I’m talking to you, Frenchie.)
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 10:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
There was like 5 seconds on the shot clock dude.
by sungo on Apr 22, 2008 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Uh… well… Maybe you’re right.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The last Eighth & 1/8 of a GAME
are the most dangerous. Leads not Big enuff yet.
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn it! We need to score and put this game away!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ugh we’re a lil complacent… don’t likey
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
starting to look a little sloppy…
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manu on Diaw
That was some good D.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice TP!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
RUN SOME CLOCK!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah wtf is pop thinking not running the clock
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wow, now i’m getting nervous…
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that’s aight keep bein the hooligan!
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
why does it seem like we are trying to let them back in this game?
by htownspur on Apr 22, 2008 11:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
from 17 pts to 9…
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
no…
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This cuts it to 7 Fuck!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
shit jack…
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DAMN IT!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
slow the game down, feed the ball inside to Duncan, and try to get Snaq to foul out
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by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
figures we won’t see a blowout in this series
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
A Magic pass by Parker
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
like that
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
duncan needs to finish stronger than that
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We play terrible with big leads… I’m so nervous. This feels like last years game 4 sans Horry hip check.
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I’d watch for the Nash 3 after the free throws.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good Idea
Keep an eye on ‘im
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Come on tim!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Is the Cacti potted?
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
HUGE TRAVEL! Push this to 8!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow Diaw is terrible. He can’t even post up Finely.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 11:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Cacti lost Timmay
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
we needed the blowout here to demoralize them a la memorial day miracle vs. Portland
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Why, Why, Why
Would you EVEN bring THAT up?
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by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
MY BOY!!!!!!!!!!!!
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
TONY!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manu to TIM
That’s the way p&r bball is supposed to be played.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
YESSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
game… set… match
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by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ON FIRE!!!
"In time we hate that which we often fear." (that means you Dallas)
by TerribleTim on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
2-0 BABY!!!!!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nash can miss?!?!?!???!??
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by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Was waiting for when that Nash 3 attempt would come.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 11:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Jeez, that Manu-Tim play was the best pass of the game
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wooooooooooooooooooooooo come on baby!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow and to think these guys had over 60 at half… we’re gonna keep them under 100 this game. D-Fence!
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by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wooooooooo heineken light!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ancient Age here
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Goin' wit the Natural
Ice Baby, Ice
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Loved that TP shot over Snaq. WOOT!!!
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
gonna guess that it’s Finley
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What a pass from Manu to Tim. What a shot by Parker. I think it’s in the bag, guys.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 11:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Um Doug Collins, Nash DID grab Ginobili…you are blind.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 11:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ummm… foul? maybe? obviously right in front of you? umm…. ok.
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
aaaaaahhhhhhh nooooo what?
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
someone just got fired.
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What the hey
Is this an attack of The Green Latern.
Did ya see dat or was it me?
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Dantoni is arguing why there is a commercial right now
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
very nice
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
this game is over. go home suns. go home
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Just fucking end this game…I need to go to bed.
by BUTD on Apr 22, 2008 11:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
YEAH BABY!!!
2-0 BITCHES!!!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice Game endin' "D" by Parker
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Manu must have been shaken up by that HARD foul he just took from bell. eye roll
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
good f’ing night!
yeah, the spurs are boss
by moognish on Apr 22, 2008 11:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Woo Hoo!!!
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
what was that! “it’s ok, my wife will take care of me.” what the…???
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, guys, that was fun. Not. But we won.
I’m happy, and tired. Go Spurs, and night.
by LatinD on Apr 22, 2008 11:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think he said in french that he was gonna have good sex before game 3
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tony’s wife will take care of all the bumps and bruises. Aw, yeah! (Cue porn music).
All I heard was “ton mon amour” which is “for my love” translated but it was quick and pretty poorly pronounced.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You speak better French than Frenchie?
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My wife is French. Eh, I’m not great but my wife and all her friends make fun of TPs accent (and his rap skills). Personally, I think he sounds great.
I heard it again and the lady confirmed it on TNT that he misses and loves his wife very much. There ya have it.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let me revise…his rapping is not great. His rapping sucks. His accent sounds great to me (but then again I wouldn’t know the difference). Paz.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oy! These late games make for a late night East Coast time. It’s been fun.
Allez Spurs!
by JustinBK on Apr 22, 2008 11:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I enjoyed the game with ya Pounders
Have fun with your Play Offs.
Ya better come harder than this in P-Town, Baby. Ya don’t want to make us feel too good.
"Lenny Suckerpunch Never bet on me" - Elizabeth "The Lizzard" Lowblow
by Lizzy Lowblow on Apr 22, 2008 11:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good game guys
As always, it was a pleasure. God this feels good. 2-0 Baby!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Title Town… whateva that means… I’m Ig’nant
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
IMagine a world with the big three and Ian and Split-tail next year
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SUre hope those 2 become rotation guys next year
by carlop on Apr 22, 2008 11:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no ref problems for PHX fans to bitch about tonight
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn’t be so sure. You never know what suns fans will choose to gripe about.
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the spurs are COLD…BLOODED!
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Haha, What did the 5 fingers say to the face.....SLAP!
I can’t get this shit eating grin off of my face. Spurs baby!!!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 22, 2008 11:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you said it—see ya later, that’s it for me tonight
Actually, it's more of a guideline than a rule. - Dr. Peter Venkman
by jollyrogerwilco on Apr 22, 2008 11:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pleasure hangin wit yall tonight wish I had more insight or could be more entertaining or add somthin to the liveblog but I gotta tell ya I have a good time out here durin the game. Thanks to all the Spurs fanatics!
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
now lets see these fuckers try to beat us 4 outta 5.
by this point in my life, very few things surprise/shock me, but did you guys see fat boy whistling,......whistling at one of tim’s free throw attempts in the last few minutes? WOW. we all seem to take snaq’s classlessness for granted, but again, WOW.
what a 3rd to take the game over – sparked by everyone’s new fave – mike finley. shame on all of you who spent the year busting his chops. it was almost like pop knew that he needed one of the role players to get going and kept calling fin’s number
again, lets see these fuckers try to beat us 4 outta 5.
by bones on Apr 22, 2008 11:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
good call Bones but just for goos measure can you cal the findog the only way you know how?
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
what he said. I’m proud to say that I have been PRO FinDog all year. I’m not a bandwagoner like some.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Apr 22, 2008 11:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
to be true I think I was pro fin the beginning of the year but fell off… I’ce comin back on and I know I don’t derved it but I’m happy to see the Fin-Diddy on the team
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m a total bandwagoner. Sorry.
I’ll probably jump out if he shoots 1/15 in the next round, too. What can I say? My loyalty is to the Spurs, Timmy and Manu. Okay, Frencie’s also got some leverage.
by LatinD on Apr 23, 2008 7:10 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
this ain’t for ya head sonn this is for ya ass
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 22, 2008 11:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
amare finds his butthole in the second half
first half, I was shitting myself, except that my hero Manu was playing possessed…
thid quarter ten minutes of suffocating D, Amare and Nash managed to choke each other dicks, and Spurs get Findog, Udoka and Oberto to show some offensive love…
fourth quarter, some Spurs offensive lapses but Tony’s jumpers and Manu’s SICKNESS pass to duncan to clinch it….
Shaq is crying himself to bed tonight inside a cookie jar.
by DanF20 on Apr 23, 2008 12:01 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Where’s Matt and Stamp for thed final word cdmon wit it!
If you try and take a cat apart to see how it works, the first thing you have on your hands is a non-working cat.
by Windex40 on Apr 23, 2008 12:04 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
A Dramatic Reenactment
Person A: Hey, was there a basketball game on tonight?
Kid Dynamite: Why yes there was.
Person A: What happened?
Kid Dynamite: The Spurs bitch slapped the Albuquerque flame-outs.
Person A: That’s great. You’re a big Spurs fan right? Are you excited?
Kid Dynamite: I am so FUCKING EXCITED!
Person A: I know you’re not gay, but if you were gonna make love to one guy on this planet who would it be?
Kid Dynamite: MANU MOTHERFUCKING GINOBILI!
by Kid_Dynamite on Apr 23, 2008 12:10 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Night all, great freakin game and good times on the PTR.
GO SPURS GO!!!!
Looking forward to Friday nights game in hell…
by SgtinManusArmy on Apr 23, 2008 12:26 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Um that was fun...
I saw Montreal win a game 7 last night and the Sharks win a game 7 tonight and the Spurs are up 2-0 on the bitchass Suns. It is so awesome to be me right now.
Of course, come Saturday the Eagles will ruin EVERYTHING with their stupid draft picks.
You can expect a recap, ON PtR no less, (yay no link!) Thursdayish.
As for the nickname glossary… I dunno. Ask Matthew. He’s Mr. Technowizard. I just write, dog.
by Aaronstampler on Apr 23, 2008 2:59 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
P.S.
Quick recap preview…
The three stars will once again be the big three, in some revised order. Sorry in advance if I ruined the surprise for everybody.
by Aaronstampler on Apr 23, 2008 3:01 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Man, the regular season is the same thing as playoffs!! (NASH)
“We had beaten them [two] straight times, now they’ve beaten us twice; it just happens to be in the playoffs,” Nash said. “We’re just going to have to play really well at home and get back on a streak.”
by piojo777 on Apr 23, 2008 7:36 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
just came here, after seeing “the enemy blogs” that they’d come up with a very funny “Doris Meow” nickname. Love it.
by raft on Apr 23, 2008 9:34 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
we need to take care of business in phoenix. i would love for this to be a sweep. god i HATE Shaq.
by efantich on Apr 23, 2008 11:51 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Especially since...
out of past 10 times we’ve been up 2-0. 5 times we’ve returned home 2-2. I find it really hard pressed to win game 3 with their backs against the wall. I think game 4 will determine the series.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 23, 2008 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man that defense was stifling in the 2nd half. I loved it!!! Now the Black & Silver crew has to get one in Phoenix.
"To be a great champion you must believe you are the best. If you're not, pretend you are." - Muhammad Ali
by DennardC on Apr 23, 2008 12:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Kind of like this? lol
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 23, 2008 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish I could take credit...
but someone posted this on BSoTS.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 24, 2008 9:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Recap
I wrote a little recap over at 48minutesofhell.blogspot.com if anybody wants to check it out. great game last night guys, I am really proud.
by Kid_Dynamite on Apr 23, 2008 2:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I couldn't disagree more...
about this statement on Hack-a-Shaq.
“Its legal, but its chicken shit. I don’t mind when we play physical ball (or “dirty” for people who think that basketball shouldn’t be a man’s game). But let’s at least play. It disrespects the game, disrespects the Suns, and disrespects ourselves.”
Hear me out. It’s strategy. And like all strategy, sometimes it works (game 1) and sometimes it doesn’t (game 2). The Hack-a-Shaq has been around for years…..10 years. The NBA competition committee has taken a long and hard look at the Hack-a-Shaq and still haven’t outlawed it. The reason they have not made a rule change is because the team employing the HaS (Hack-a-Shaq) is deliberately taking their defense out of the equation and offering up 2 uncontested shots. It is Shaq’s and everyone else’s responsibility to be able to make free throws. If you can’t…then that’s your problem. But you are being given 2 uncontested shots from the stripe with the clock stopped. Also, this puts the team in foul trouble, so any non-shooting/away from the ball foul for any player will result in free throws.
To say that the HaS strategy disrespects the game and is chicken shit, is like saying the same thing for the intentional walk in baseball. Is it chicken shit that pitchers won’t pitch to Barry Bonds? No, it’s strategy. Also, is it chicken shit to foul a team in the last seconds of the game when they are down by 3, so they will be forced to shoot only 2 free throws? No, It’s strategy. In football, with 1 min left in the game and the opposing team up 1 point, is it chicken shit for the D to let the offense score a TD and be down 8pts but then give their offense a chance to comeback and tie it up with a TD and 2pt conversion? No… It’s strategy.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 23, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
CMoney,
I think you make some really good points. And I would be against the idea of outlawing it. And to be honest the language “chicken shit” is probably unnecessarily incendiary. Much of my issue with what we did last night had to do with when we were doing it, not what we were doing. I would also compare it to the idea of fouling a guy when you’re up by 3 instead of letting them take the shot to tie (as far as strategic uses of the foul goes). I just think that doing it so egregiously right in the middle of the 3rd shows an unnecessary timidity. We need not fear their offense. Those other instances necessitate treating the game like a chess match, and there is the implicit agreement that at the end of the game the full oeuvre of possible tactics can be employed. Doing it in the middle of the third may be strategy, but its a strategy that subverts the nature of the game. Maybe what I’m trying to make is some very tenuous appeal to honor or something like that. I just thought that the combination of its ineffectiveness and unnecessariness made it a disappointing strategy to employ in the 3rd. A lot of people criticize us for being "dirty", which as I said in my post I think is just a bunch of bullshit. We play a physical, playoff style game. A man’s game. And I like it. And subsequently I don’t mind if our long list of victims, squirming for a reason why they got beat, call us "dirty". But I would never want to be known as timid.
by Kid_Dynamite on Apr 23, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I can respect that. I thought the timing of the HaS was off too. But apart of me thinks that Pop wanted to execute the HaS regardless if Shaq missed his free throws. It was obvious the Suns were in a funk, and I think he was trying to keep them out of sync. With the defensive intensity raised and the constant stoppage, it caught Phx off guard and prevented them from getting things back on track. The last thing he wanted was for the Suns to find their shooting stroke again. At the very least, it shows me that Pop is always thinking of ways to gain an edge and stay one step ahead of the opponent. But I can definitely see your point.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
by CMoney on Apr 24, 2008 1:19 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Outlaw it? Sort of
i’d be for changing the foul/free throw rules in the nba. make it so that a team can decline the penalty if they want, retain possession and continue. it cuts out the hack-a-shaq (or hack-a-bowen), and forty fouls in the last thirty seconds. maybe keep the shot clock the same for declines so sometimes the fouled team can’t decline it (or lose the ball because the shot clock expires).
upside? cuts down on intentional fouls in the game.
downside? cuts down on comebacks, greatly reduces the number of tools the team behind has.
dave mcnulla
spurs fan
by dmcnulla on Apr 24, 2008 6:01 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good post KD!!! A split is paramount for the crew. Got to split. I don’t know if they will win Friday, and coming back 2-2 wouldn’t be the end of the world, but getting a dub in Phoenix would be spirit crushing.
I never met anybody who said when they were a kid, "I wanna grow up and be a critic." - Richard Pryor
by DennardC on Apr 23, 2008 3:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good port again, KD, really. Enjoyed it thoroughly.
I agree with both you and CMoney regarding HaS: it’s a valid strategy, since FT shooting is as much a part of basketball as anything else. Doing it on any player with a plus 65 FT% would be ludicrous, and that should really be a minimum standard for NBA players.
That said, the timing was definitely off. I wish Pop had waited till the Suns made at least one or two baskets in a row, and gained some momentum. As it was, they only had I believe 2 points in the quarter, and the engineer in me says that 7 is a 250% improvement in their situation.
Thusly, HaS made the Suns 2 and a half times better than they were. Math Hath Spokenth.
by LatinD on Apr 24, 2008 7:55 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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